MrBeast clashes with anime fans after One Piece post, calls accusations slander and fires back with full list of anime watched

MrBeast clashes with anime fans after One Piece post, calls accusations slander and fires back with full list of anime watched (Image via Getty)

Jimmy “MrBeast” is again in the spotlight, this time over anime. The popular YouTuber faced heavy backlash after he changed his X profile photo to Monkey D. Luffy from One Piece. Some anime fans accused him of pretending to like anime only for attention. They said he was using anime culture for marketing. The claims spread fast online.MrBeast quickly pushed back. He said the claims were not true and called them unfair. He said he started watching One Piece during the holidays when he finally had free time. He also said he has watched many anime over the years. On X, he wrote that people should stop calling him a fake fan. The post became viral and started more debate.As the discussion grew, MrBeast did not step away. Instead, he spoke more and shared proof. He later posted a full list of anime shows and movies he says he has finished watching. He called the accusations “slander” and said the talk around him was going too far.

Jimmy “MrBeast” Donaldson defends his anime fandom and reveals the anime titles he says he completed

Jimmy “MrBeast” Donaldson first answered the criticism on X. He explained that his One Piece watch began during the holidays. He also shared how deeply the comments affected him. He wrote, “I just finally had time over the holidays to dive into it. I’ve watched countless anime and have probably seen more than 90 percent of people reading this tweet. People need to stop treating me as a fake anime fan.”The conversation did not stop there. On January 7, 2026, MrBeast appeared in a collaboration video with Jasontheween. In that video, he spoke openly about the online reaction. He said parts of the One Piece fan base were harsh and unfair. He explained that people kept saying he was watching anime only to gain views. He added that these comments were hurtful and constant.Two days later, on January 9, MrBeast replied to a post by @HMBohemond on X. This time, he shared a clear list. He wrote, “This is slander. Call me weird, call me lame, but do not call me a fake anime fan. I have watched countless anime. Here is a list of some I have seen.”The list included 22 names:

The mix showed action, drama, and emotional stories. Many fans noticed the list covered both classic and newer anime.While the debate continues, MrBeast has stayed firm. He says liking anime should not need proof. For now, the online fight shows how strong fan communities can be and how fast judgment spreads on social media.Also Read: “Little Anime Clowns”: MrBeast Slams ‘Toxic’ One Piece Fans After Backlash Over Anime Profile Photo